As a result of the 2011 February and June earthquakes our 98 year old worship centre (the oldest in the seaside village of New Brighton) was severely damaged.
In September 2011 it was demolished.
Now there is an open expanse of shingle where the building once stood.

Soon after the first big quake we held our Sunday service on the beach.
Then for a few months in a local cafe.
Since winter 2011 we have been worshipping in our undamaged hall.

In the meantime we wait and dream of new possibilities that might emerge for our empty site.
This is a process we engage in with hope and faith, and in conversation with the wider community.
We believe that God will do some new thing in this place that we love and enjoy.
God hasn't finished with us yet, what has been is only the beginning of an unfolding good news story.

LATEST NEWS

Hot off the Press. We are collaborating with the famous New Brighton Pirate Band
to hold a Tribute Service for the late, great, folk singer Pete Singer in our hall in June.
It is important that Christchurch celebrate his huge contribution to both music
and great movements of social change across the world.
Most of the service will involve community singing of his most well-known songs.

Our Backstage Community Theatre is showing another quality documentary
on this Sunday afternoon (March 16) called "Waiting for Superman".
It is a powerful look at the education system in the U.S.
and some of the truths about Charter schools.
Entry by gold coin koha. Discussion afterwards.

SUNDAY SERVICES - Every Sunday, cafe style at 10.00am in the hall.
Inspiration & support for the adventure of life.
This Sunday March 16 the service will be led by
Mark Gibson, our Co-ordinating Minister.
He will be exploring the importance of inner and outer journeys.

LOOPY TUNES- a music and movement based programme for pre-schoolers and caregivers
10.30am, every Monday during school term in the hall. Includes morning tea.

SEASIDE SENIORS - a place of support and encouragement & fun for the older members of the community.
Entertainment, stimulating speakers and time for fellowship over afternoon tea.
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month in our hall from 2.00-4.00pm.

EARTHQUAKE SUPPORT GROUP - for people living in earthquake damaged homes.
The first Friday of every month, 5.30-7.00pm in the upper room (access through the hall)
Includes fish n chip tea.

THE PURPLE DOOR BOUTIQUE OPPORTUNITY SHOP
(see hours below)

COFFEE & MUFFINS SOCIAL GROUP
Every Friday morning at 10.00am.

COMMUNITY BARBECUE LUNCH
Every Thursday (unless wet) from 11.30am-12.30pm

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THURSDAY COMMUNITY BBQ

Every Thursday unless wet, we gather beside the Op Shop for a BBQ and informal sharing.
This is one of the great ways of getting to know others in the neighbourhood. 11.30am - 12.30pm.
Donations made from other parishes have enabled us to undertake this outreach project as part
of our earthquake recovery.